Munson Healthcare Foundations
Munson Healthcare Foundations is a philanthropic support organization based in Traverse City, Michigan, dedicated to strengthening healthcare services across northern Michigan. The organization supports improvements and expansion of quality care for patients through charitable giving and fundraising initiatives. It serves as the philanthropic arm for Munson Healthcare, a regional healthcare system.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$81.7M
+15.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$8.4M
-42.2% YoY
Grant Count
17
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$495K
-42.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To inspire charitable support to enhance health care for the people of northern Michigan.
The foundation's purposes include:
- Providing support for Munson Healthcare and its affiliated organizations
- Assisting in the accomplishment of healthcare purposes through charitable means
- Obtaining funds to support public charities in health maintenance, education, and disease prevention
- Promoting the general health of the community
- Participating in establishing and achieving regional fundraising targets and goals
Primary Funding Focus Areas:
- Community health grants
- Health and medical grants
- Health and wellness initiatives
- Hospital-based programs and services
- Medical equipment purchases
- Healthcare facility improvements and upgrades
- Emerging technology and innovation in healthcare
- Nursing and staff training
- Continuing medical education
- Child health and wellness programs
- Therapy services
Grantmaking
Munson Healthcare Foundations oversees philanthropic support for seven hospitals and related healthcare facilities:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Munson Healthcare Foundations serves patients and families across 30 counties in northern Michigan, with primary focus on the northern Michigan region.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (Most Recent Data):
- Total assets: $81,656,423
- Total giving: $8,423,167
- Total revenues: $11,117,865 (2022)
- Total expenses: $16,153,075 (2022)
Financial Rating: The organization holds a Four-Star rating with a 97% score, reflecting strong accountability and financial management.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $81,656,423 | $70,851,007 | $72,204,145 |
| Revenue | $17,443,956 | $11,117,865 | $10,371,970 |
| Expenses | $9,926,480 | $16,153,075 | $9,747,968 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $3,529,202 | $800,227 | $2,062,908 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
86 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation employs 18 staff members and maintains a board with 100 percent member participation in giving.
Known Staff:
- Tami Stanley: Leadership Giving Associate
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDWIN NESS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| PAUL KONOPACKI | CFO | 2 | — |
| DEBRA HENDERSON | PRESIDENT | 40 | — |
| KATHLEEN MALY | FORMER INTER | — | — |
| PAMELA ANDERSON | PT-YR SEC/TR | 2 | — |
| PATRICK CARROLL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HALLIE CHRISTIAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KATHY DIXON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HANK DOW | PT-YR SEC/TR | 2 | — |
| PHIL HOFFWEBER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RAY LUDWA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KYLE CARR MD | PT-YR CHAIR | 2 | — |
| BEN MULADORE | PT-YR CHAIR | 2 | — |
| RICHARD WILSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation actively engages the community through multiple giving opportunities and initiatives:
Publishes a FOCUS newsletter featuring donor stories, employee highlights, and updates on new facilities and programs
Hosts community fundraising events as an important source of funds
Operates a Community Partners Program
Offers digital fundraising options
Maintains an employee giving program
Provides online donation capabilities
The foundation encourages community involvement through various giving mechanisms and maintains an active presence in supporting healthcare excellence across northern Michigan.
Maxon Foundation Grants $884,000 to Munson Healthcare ...Contact Information
Mailing Address: Munson Healthcare Foundations 1150 Medical Campus Dr. Traverse City, MI 49684
Phone: 231-213-1150
Email: foundation@mhc.net
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Website: www.munsonhealthcare.org
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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